Job Description
Join the Department of Homeland Security in Boston and build a secure future with exceptional federal benefits! We're seeking a motivated Information Technology Specialist to protect critical infrastructure while enjoying:
- Comprehensive health/dental/vision insurance
- Generous retirement plans (TSP + pension)
- Student loan forgiveness eligibility
- 26 days paid vacation + 13 federal holidays
- Professional development stipends
- Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000/year
Work in a dynamic environment where your skills directly impact national security while maintaining work-life balance.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain secure network infrastructure
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Manage cloud platforms (AWS/Azure) and hybrid environments
- Develop incident response protocols for cybersecurity threats
- Collaborate with cross-agency IT security teams
- Ensure compliance with FISMA and NIST standards
- Lead disaster recovery and business continuity planning
- Mentor junior staff on cybersecurity best practices
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in IT, Cybersecurity, or related field
- 5+ years experience in federal IT systems administration
- Active CISSP or Security+ certification required
- Expertise in cloud security (AWS/Azure) and network defense
- Experience with FedRAMP and NIST SP 800-53 frameworks
- Ability to obtain and maintain Secret clearance
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills
- US citizenship and background investigation clearance